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LSA 46.2

Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole


Installation and maintenance
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LSA 46.2
Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole
This manual concerns the alternator which you have just purchased.
We wish to draw your attention to the contents of this maintenance manual.

SAFETY MEASURES a) During operation, do not allow anyone


Before using your machine for the first time, to stand in front of the air outlet guards,
it is important to read the whole of this in case anything is ejected from them.
installation and maintenance manual. b) Do not allow children younger than 14
to go near the air outlet guards.
All necessary operations and interventions
on this machine must be performed by a A set of self-adhesive stickers depicting the
qualified technician. various warning symbols is included with
this maintenance manual. They should be
Our technical support service will be pleased positioned as shown in the drawing below
to provide any additional information you once the machine has been fully installed.
may require.
The various operations described in this
manual are accompanied by recommenda- WARNING
tions or symbols to alert the user to the po- The alternators must not be put into
tential risk of accidents. It is vital that you service until the machines in which they
understand and take notice of the different are to be incorporated have been
warning symbols used. declared compliant with Directives EC
and plus any other directives that may be
WARNING applicable.
This manual is be given to the end user.
Warning symbol for an operation capable The range of electric alternators and
of damaging or destroying the machine their derivatives, manufactured by us or
or surrounding equipment. on our behalf, comply with the technical
requirements of the customs Union
directives (EAC).

Warning symbol for general danger to © - We reserve the right to modify the
personnel. characteristics of its products at any time in
order to incorporate the latest technological
developments. The information contained in
this document may therefore be changed
without notice.

Warning symbol for electrical danger to This document may not be reproduced in
personnel. any form without prior authorization.
All brands and models have been registered
and patents applied for.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
We wish to draw your attention to the
following 2 safety measures which must be
complied with:

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CONTENTS
1 - RECEIPT.............................................................................................................. 4
1.1 - Standards and safety measures................................................................................ 4
1.2 - Inspection.................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 - Identification.............................................................................................................. 4
1.4 - Storage...................................................................................................................... 4
1.5 - Applications............................................................................................................... 4
1.6 - Usage restrictions...................................................................................................... 4

2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS..................................................................... 5
2.1 - Electrical characteristics............................................................................................ 5
2.2 - Mechanical characteristics........................................................................................ 5

3 - INSTALLATION................................................................................................... 6
3.1 - Assembly................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 - Checks prior to first use............................................................................................. 6
3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams................................................................................... 7
3.4 - Commissioning........................................................................................................ 10
3.5 - Setting up................................................................................................................ 10

4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE.......................................................................... 11
4.1 - Safety measures.......................................................................................................11
4.2 - Routine maintenance................................................................................................11
4.3 - Bearings.................................................................................................................. 12
4.4 - Mechanical defects.................................................................................................. 12
4.5 - Electrical faults........................................................................................................ 13
4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly......................................................................................... 15
4.7 - Installation & maintenance of the PMG................................................................... 17
4.8 - Table of characteristics....................................................................................... 17-18

5 - SPARE PARTS.................................................................................................. 19
5.1 - First maintenance parts........................................................................................... 19
5.2 - Technical support service........................................................................................ 19
5.3 - Accessories ............................................................................................................ 19
5.4 - Exploded views, parts list and tightening torque..................................................... 20

Disposal and recycling instructions

Declaration of EC compliance and incorporation

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Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole
1 - RECEIPT 1.4 - Storage
1.1 - Standards and safety Prior to commissioning, machines should
measures be stored :
- away from humidity (< 90%); after a long
Our alternators comply with most period of storage, check the machine
international standards. insulation. To prevent the bearings from
See the EC Declaration of Incorporation on becoming marked, do not store in an
the last page. environment with significant vibration.
1.2 - Inspection 1.5 - Application
On receipt of your alternator, check that it These alternators are mainly designed to
has not suffered any damage in transit. If produce electricity in the context of
there are obvious signs of knocks, contact applications involving the use of
the transporter (you may be able to claim generators.
on their insurance) and after a visual
check, turn the machine by hand to detect 1.6 - Usage restrictions
any malfunction. Use of the machine is restricted to operating
conditions (environment, speed, voltage,
1.3 - Identification power, etc) compatible with the characteri-
The alternator is identified by means of a stics indicated on the nameplate.
nameplate fixed on the machine (see
drawing).
Make sure that the nameplate on the
machine conforms to your order.
So that you can identify your alternator
quickly and accurately, we suggest you fill in
its specifications on the nameplate below.

LSA IP RATINGS
N°: Date : Voltage V
r.p.m. Hz Weight : kg Phase
LSA 000-1-006 e

Th.class. Altitude : m Conn.


P.F. :
A.V.R. Excit. Contin. kVA
Excit. values full load : V/ A B.R. kW
at no load : A 40°C. A
D.E. bearing Std by kVA
N.D.E. bearing P.R. kW
R

27°C. A
C US
166631 Made in ............................

IEC 60034 - 1 & 5. / ISO 8528 - 3. / NEMA MG1 - 32 & 33. Moteurs Leroy-Somer - Boulevard Marcellin Leroy,
CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême Cedex 9 - France

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Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole
2 - TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS 2.2 - Mechanical characteristics
2.1 - Electrical characteristics - Steel frame
- Cast iron end shields
This alternator is a machine without
- Protected ball bearings, greased for life
sliprings or revolving armature brushes,
- Mounting arrangements: foot and flange
wound as “2/3 pitch”, 6 or 12-wire, with
mounted, single-bearing with SAE coupling
class H insulation and a field excitation
disc, double-bearing with SAE flange and
system available in either SHUNT, AREP
standard cylindrical shaft extension
or PMG version (see diagrams and AVR
- Drip-proof machine, self-cooled
manuals).
- Degree of protection: IP 23
• Electrical options
- Stator temperature detection sensors • Mechanical options
- Bearing sensors (PTC, PT100, etc) - Air inlet filter
- Space heater - Regreasable ball bearings
In order to conform to standard EN 61000- - IP 44 protection
6-3, EN 61000-6-2, EN 55011, the R 791
interference suppression kit is needed.

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 12-wire (marking T1 to T 12)


SHUNT SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 250 Power supply / Detection

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 6 or 12-wire (marking T1 to T 12)


AREP SYSTEM Aux. windings
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 450 Voltage reference

MAIN FIELD STATOR : 6 or 12-wire (marking T1 to T12)


PMG SYSTEM
T1 T7 T2 T8 T3 T9
EXCITER
Varistor

PMG

Armature
5+ 6-
T4 T10 T5 T11 T6 T12
Field

R 450 Voltage reference

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Low Voltage Alternators - 4 pole
3 - INSTALLATION • Single-bearing coupling
Personnel undertaking the various Before coupling, check the compatibility
operations indicated in this section must between the alternator and the engine by
wear personal protective equipment performing:
appropriate for mechanical and electrical - undertaking a torsional analysis of the
hazards. transmission (alternators data are available
on request),
3.1 - Assembly - checking the dimensions of the flywheel
and its housing, the flange, coupling discs
and offset.
WARNING
All mechanical handling operations When coupling the alternator to the
must be undertaken using suitable prime mover, do not use the fan to turn
equipment and the machine must be the alternator or rotor.
horizontal. Check how much the machine The holes of the coupling discs should
weighs before choosing the lifting tool. be aligned with the flywheel holes by
During this operation, do not allow cranking the engine.
anyone to stand under the load. Make sure the machine is securely
bedded in position during coupling.
• Handling Check that there is lateral play on the
The generously-sized lifting eyes are for crankshaft.
handling the alternator only. They must not • Double-bearing coupling
be used to lift the genset. The choice of - Semi-flexible coupling
lifting hooks or handles should be determined Careful alignment of the machines is
by the shape of the lifting eyes. Choose a recommended, checking that the lack of
lifting system which respects the integrity concentricity and parallelism of both parts
and the environment of the machine. of the coupling do not exceed 0.1 mm.
This alternator has been balanced with a
During this operation, do not allow 1/2 key.
anyone to stand under the load. • Location
The room where the alternator is placed
must be ventilated to ensure that the
ambient temperature cannot exceed the
data on the nameplate.

3.2 - Checks prior to first use


• Electrical checks

Under no circumstances should an


alternator, new or otherwise, be operated
if the insulation is less than 1 megohm
for the stator and 100,000 ohms for the
other windings.

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There are 2 possible methods for restoring - the cooling air is drawn in freely,
the above minimum values. - the protective grills and housing are cor-
a) Dry out the machine for 24 hours in a rectly in place,
drying oven at a temperature of 110 °C - the standard direction of rotation is clock-
(without the regulator). wise as seen from the drive end (phase
b) Blow hot air into the air intake, having rotation in order 1 - 2 - 3).
made sure that the machine is rotating with For anti-clockwise rotation, swap 2 and 3.
the exciter field disconnected. - the winding connection corresponds to the
Note : Prolonged standstill site operating voltage (see section 3.3).
In order to avoid these problems, we
recommend the use of space heaters, as 3.3 - Terminal connection diagrams
well as turning over the machine from time To modify the connection, change the
to time. Space heaters are only really position of the stator cables on the terminals.
effective if they are working continuously The winding code is specified on the
while the machine is stopped. nameplate.

WARNING
Ensure that the alternator has the degree
of protection matching the defined
environmental conditions. Any intervention on the alternator
terminals during reconnection or checks
• Mechanical checks should be performed with the machine
Before starting the machine for the first time, stopped.
check that: In no case should the internal
- all fixing bolts are tight, connections in the terminal box be
- the length of bolt and the tightening torque subjected to stresses due to cables
are correct, connected by the user.
Connection codes Voltage L.L Factory connection 12 wires

A L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
T1 T7 T12 T3
T9
3-phase 6 190 - 208 190 - 240 T6
L3(W)

7 220 - T11 T5 T8
T2
T4 T10 N L2(V)
T12 T5 8 - 190 - 208 T1
T10 T4 T7
T9 L1(U)
T11
T2 R 250 voltage detection :
T6 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11)
R 450 voltage detection : N
L3(W) T3 T8 L2(V) 0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2) NDE

T1 L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
D 6 380 - 415 380 - 480 T12 T6 T9
T3
3-phase T4 L3(W)
T7
7 440 - T11
T2
T5 T8
N L2(V)
T10 8 - 380 - 416
T12 T1
R 250 voltage detection : T10 T4 T7
L1(U)
T9
T11 T5 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11)
T8 T2
R 450 voltage detection :
T3 T6 N
0 => (T3) / 380 V => (T2) NDE
L3(W) L2(V)
9 500 600
Winding 9 : R 450 voltage detection + transformer (See specific diagram AREP or SHUNT)

In case of reconnection, ensure that AVR voltage detection is correct !


The factory can supply a set of flexible shunts and special connection links as an option for making these connections. (*).

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Connection codes Voltage L.L Factory connection 12 wires
50 Hz 60 Hz
*
FF
Winding ( )
1 phase 6 220 - 240 220 - 240 T12 T6 T9
T3

T12
T2 T6 T8
7 240 - 254 - T11
T2
T5
T3
T11 T9 8 - 220 - 240 T5 T8
T10 T1
T1 T4 T7 T7
L
T10 R 250 voltage detection : T4 L1(U)
M L 0 => (T4) / 110 V => (T1)
R 450 voltage detection : M
L2(V)
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL 0 => (T10) / 220 V => (T1) NDE

50 Hz 60 Hz ( )
*
L1(U) Winding
F T12 T6 T9
T3
T12 T1 6 220 - 240 220 - 240 L3(W)
1 phase
or T9 T4 7 240 - 254 - 11 T8 T2
3-phase T6 T7 L2(V)
T5
8 - 220 - 240
T10 T1
T3 T10 L1(U)
R 250 voltage detection : T4 T7
L3(W) L2(V) 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11)
T11 T8 T5 T2
L L R 450 voltage detection : M
M NDE
0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2)
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL Operating phases L2 (V), L3 (W) single phase

50 Hz 60 Hz
*
Winding ( )
G
6 220 - 240 220 - 240 T12 T6
T3
1 PH L3(W)
T9
T6 T1 M 7 250 - 260 -
T12 T2
T7 T11 T5
L2(V)
T3
T4 8 200 220 - 240 T8
T2
T10 T10 T4
T9 T5
L R 250 voltage detection :
L 0 => (T8) / 110 V => (T11) T7 T1
T11 T8
R 450 voltage detection : M
Voltage LM = 1/2 voltage LL
0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2) NDE
In case of reconnection, ensure that AVR voltage detection is correct !
The factory can supply a set of flexible shunts and special connection links as an option for making these connections. (*).

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Connection codes Voltage L.L Factory connection 6 wires
L1(U) Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
D T1
T5 T3
L3(W)
3-phase 6S 380 - 415 380 - 480
7S 440 - T4 T2
L2(V)
T4 N 8S - 380 - 416
T6 T1
L1(U)
T5 R 450 voltage detection :
T6 0 => (T3) / 380 V => (T2)
N
T3 T2 NDE
600 Winding 9 : R 450 voltage detection
L3(W) L2(V) 9S - + transformer (See specific diagram)

Winding 50 Hz 60 Hz
*
L1(U) ( )
F T5 T3
1 phase or 3-phase 6S 220 - 240 220 - 277 L3(W)

T6 T1
7S 240 - 254 - T4
T2 L2(V)

8S - 220 - 240 T6
L1(U)
T3 T4 T1

R 450 voltage detection :


NDE
T5 T2 0 => (T3) / 220 V => (T2)
L3(W) L2(V) Operating phases : L2 (V), L3 (W) single phase
In case of reconnection, ensure that the AVR voltage detection is correct !
The factory can supply a set of flexible shunts and special connection links as an option for making these connections. (*).

• Option connection diagram


R 791 T interference suppression kit (standard for CE marking) Remote voltage potentiometer
Connections A D F

Black T1 T1 T1
Black T2 T2 T2
ST4
Black T3 T3 T3 Voltage adjustment
Blue N N via remote potentiometer
Green/Yellow

Current transformer connection (optional)

Coupling D - PH 1 P2 T4 Coupling D & A- PH 1 P2 T10


In - Secondary 1 A In - Secondary 1A (coupl. D)
P1 6-wire P1 12-wire
Neutral Neutral
link link

Anti condensation heater Thermistor (PTC) temperature

103 Ph1 130 C blue wire


101 250W - 220 V
Ph2 150C black wire
102
104 Ph3 180 C red/white wire

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• Connection checks 3.4 - Commissioning

Electrical installations must comply with


the current legislation in force in the The machine can only be started up and
country of use. used if the installation is in accordance
Check that: with the regulations and instructions
- The residual circuit-breaker conforms to
legislation on protection of personnel, in defined in this manual.
force in the country of use, and has been The machine is tested and set up at the
correctly installed on the alternator power factory. When first used with no load, make
output as close as possible to the alternator. sure that the drive speed is correct and
(In this case, disconnect the wire of the stable (see the nameplate). With the
interference suppression module linking the
neutral). regreasable bearing option, we recommend
- Any protection devices in place have not greasing the bearings at the time of
been tripped. commissioning (see section 4.3).
- If there is an external AVR, the connections On application of the load, the machine
between the alternator and the cabinet are should achieve its rated speed and voltage;
made in accordance with the connection however, in the event of abnormal operation,
diagram. the machine setting can be altered (follow
- There is no short-circuit phase-phase or the adjustment procedure in section 3.5). If
phase-neutral between the alternator output the machine still operates incorrectly, the
terminals and the generator set control
cabinet (part of the circuit not protected by cause of the malfunction must be located
circuitbreakers or relays in the cabinet). (see section 4.5).
- The machine should be connected with the
busbar separating the terminals as shown in 3.5 - Setting up
the terminal connection diagram.

- The alternator earth terminal inside the The various adjustments during tests
terminal box is connected to the electrical must be made by a qualified engineer.
earth circuit Ensure that the drive speed specified on
- The earth terminal is connected to the the nameplate is reached before
frame. commencing adjustment.
The connections inside the terminal box
must never be subjected to stress due to After operational testing, replace all
cables connected by the user. access panels or covers.
The AVR is used to make any adjustments
to the machine.

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4 - SERVICING - MAINTENANCE WARNING
4.1 - Safety measures Do not use: trichlorethylene, perchlo-
Servicing or troubleshooting must be
rethylene, trichloroethane or any alkaline
carried out strictly in accordance with
products.
instructions so as to avoid the risk of
accidents and to maintain the machine in
its original state.
These operations must be performed at a
cleaning station, equipped with a
vacuum system that collects and flushes
All such operations performed on the out the products used.
alternator should be undertaken by
The insulating components and the
personnel trained in the commissioning,
impregnation system are not at risk of
servicing and maintenance of electrical
damage from solvents. Avoid letting the
and mechanical components, who must
wear personal protective equipment cleaning product run into the slots.
appropriate for mechanical and electrical Apply the product with a brush, sponging
hazards. frequently to avoid accumulation in the
housing. Dry the winding with a dry cloth. Let
Before any intervention on the machine,
ensure that it cannot be started by a manual any traces evaporate before reassembling
or automatic system and that you have the machine.
understood the operating principles of the • Mechanical servicing
system.
WARNING
Cleaning the machine using water or a
highpressure washer is strictly prohi-
Warning : During and after running, the
bited. Any problems arising from such
alternator will reach temperatures hot
treatment are not covered by our
enough to cause injury, such as burns.
warranty.
Degreasing: Use a brush and detergent
4.2 - Routine maintenance (suitable for paintwork).
Dusting: Use an air gun.
• Checks after start-up
If the machine is fitted with air inlet and outlet
After approximately 20 hours of operation,
filters, the maintenance personnel should
check that all fixing bolts on the machine are
clean them routinely at regular intervals. In
still tight, plus the general state of the
machine and the various electrical the case of dry dust, the filter can be cleaned
connections in the installation. using compressed air and/or replaced if it is
clogged.
• Electrical servicing After cleaning the alternator, it is essential to
Commercially-available volatile degreasing check the winding insulation (see sections
agents can be used. 3.2 and 4.5).

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4.3 - Bearings
The bearings are permanently greased Approximate life of the grease (depending on use) = 20,000
hours or 3 years.
As an option, the bearings are regreasable Regreasing interval: 4000 hrs of operation
DE bearing: Amount of grease: 33 gr
NDE bearing: Amount of grease: 30 gr
Standard grease LITHIUM - standard - NLGI 3
Grease used in the factory ESSO - Unirex N3
It is imperative to lubricate the alternator during operation and on first use. Before using another
grease, check for compatibility with the original one.

4.4 - Mechanical defects


Fault Action
Excessive overheating of one or - If the bearing has turned blue or if the grease has turned
both bearings black, change the bearing.
Bearing (bearing temperature 80°C above - Bearing not fully locked (abnormal play in the bearing cage)
the ambient temperature) - End shields incorrectly aligned
- Air flow (inlet-outlet) partially clogged or hot air is being
Excessive overheating of recycled from the alternator or engine
Abnormal alternator frame (more than - Alternator operating at too high a voltage (>105% of Un on
temperature 40° C above the ambient load)
temperature) - Alternator overloaded
- Misalignment (coupling)
Too much vibration - Defective mounting or play in coupling
Vibrations - Rotor balancing fault (Engine - Alternator)
Excessive vibration and humming - Phase imbalance
noise coming from the machine - Stator short-circuit

- System short-circuit
- Misparalleling
Alternator damaged by a Possible consequences
Abnormal - Broken or damaged coupling
significant impact, followed by
noise - Broken or bent shaft end
humming and vibration
- Shifting and short-circuit of main field
- Fan fractured or coming loose on shaft
- Irreparable damage to rotating diodes/AVR, surge suppressor

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4.5 - Electrical faults
Fault Action Effect Check/Cause
The alternator builds up and
its voltage is still correct - Lack of residual magnetism
when
Connect a new the battery is removed
battery of 4 to 12 The alternator builds up but
No voltage volts to terminals - Check the connection of the voltage reference
its voltage
at no load on E- and E+, to the AVR
does not reach the rated
start-up respecting the - Faulty diodes
value when
polarity, for 2 to 3 - Armature short-circuit
the battery is removed
seconds - Faulty AVR
The alternator builds up but - Field windings open circuit (check winding)
its voltage disappears when - Revolving field coil open circuit (check the
the battery is removed resistance)
Check the AVR connections (AVR may be
faulty)
- Field windings short-circuited
Correct speed - Rotating diodes burnt out
Voltage too Check the drive - Revolving field coil short-circuited
low speed - Check the resistance
Increase the drive speed (do not touch the AVR
Speed too low voltage pot. (P2) before running at the correct
speed)
Voltage too Adjust AVR voltage Adjustment ineffective Faulty AVR
high potentiometer
- Check the speed: possibility of cyclic
irregularity
Adjust the If no effect: try normal or fast
Voltage - Loose connections
AVR stability stability
oscillations - Faulty AVR
potentiometer modes (ST2) - Speed too low when on load (or AVR LAM set
too high)
Voltage between E+ and E-
Voltage (DC) - Check the speed (or AVR LAM set too high)
Run at no load and SHUNT / AREP / PMG < 10V
correct at no check the voltage
load and too - Faulty rotating diodes
between E+ and
low when on Voltage between E+ and E- - Short-circuit in the revolving field coil. Check
E- on the AVR
load SHUNT / AREP / PMG > 15V the resistance.
- Faulty exciter armature. Check the resistance.
Check the AVR, the
surge suppressor, - Exciter winding open circuit
Voltage the rotating diodes, The voltage does not return - Faulty exciter armature
disappears and - Faulty AVR
during to the rated value
replace any - Revolving field coil open circuit or short-
operation defective circuited
components

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• Checking the winding Assembly A: Connect a 12 V battery in
You can check the winding insulation by series with a rheostat of approximately
performing a high voltage test. In this case, 50 ohms - 300 W and a diode on both exciter
you must disconnect all AVR wires. field wires (5+) and (6-).
ASSEMBLY A
WARNING 6 - Field 5+
Damage caused to the AVR in such Rh. 50 -300W
1A diode
conditions is not covered by our
warranty.
+
• Checking the diode bridge -

A diode in good working order should allow


the current to flow only in the anode-to- 12V battery
cathode direction.
A C Assembly B: Connect a “Variac” variable
Anode Cathode
power supply and a diode bridge on both
+ -
C C C exciter field wires (5+) and (6-).
Both these systems should have
characteristics which are compatible with
A
~ A
~ A
~ A C the field excitation power of the machine
(see the nameplate).
+ +

+ - 3) Run the unit at its rated speed.


- ~ ~ ~ -
4) Gradually increase the exciter field
C C C
current by adjusting the rheostat or the
A C variac and measure the output voltages on
A A A L1 - L2 - L3, checking the excitation voltage
and current at no load (see the machine
nameplate or ask for the factory test report).
When the output voltage is at its rated value
• Checking the windings and rotating and balanced within 1% for the rated
diodes using separate excitation excitation level, the machine is in good
working order. The fault therefore comes
from the AVR or its associated wiring (ie.
sensing, auxiliary windings).

ASSEMBLY B
During this procedure, make sure that 6 - Field 5+
the alternator is disconnected from any 50 +
external load and inspect the terminal 40 60
30

70

box to check that the connections are 1A diode


20

80

fully tightened.
10

90

0 100

1) Stop the unit, disconnect and isolate the DC


Variac AC -
AVR wires. 12V
220V
2) There are two ways of creating an
assembly with separate excitation.

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4.6 - Dismantling, reassembly • Access to connections and the
regulation system
WARNING
Access directly by removing the top of the
During the warranty period, this cover (48) or the AVR access door (466).
operation should only be carried out in
an approved workshop or in our factory, • Replacing the NDE bearing
otherwise the warranty - Remove the box lid (48) and the NDE panel
may be invalidated. (365) and remove the 2 screws from the part
Whilst being handled, the machine (122).
should remain horizontal (rotor not - Disconnect the stator outputs (T1 to T12).
locked in position). Check how much the - Disconnect the auxiliary winding wires
machine weighs before choosing the AREP (X1,X2,Z1,Z2).
lifting method. - Disconnect the exciter wires (5+,6-).
- Remove the air inlet louvre (51).
If using a single-bearing or double-bearing
machine with the regreasable bearing
option:
- Remove the bearing (78) thrust screws
(72).
- Remove all 4 screws (37).
- Remove the shield (36).
- Take out the antifriction bearing (70) using
a puller with a central screw (see drawing
below).

• Tools required
To fully dismantle the machine, we
recommend using the tools listed below:
- 1 ratchet spanner + extension
- 1 torque wrench
- 1 set of flat spanners: 8 mm, 10 mm, 18 mm
- 1 socket set: 8, 10, 13, 16, 18, 21, 24, 30 mm
- 1 socket with male ferrule: 5 mm
- 1 puller - Fit the new antifriction bearing onto the
shaft after heating it by induction to
• Screw tightening torque approximately 80 °C.
See section 5.4. - Mount the new preloading (wavy) washer
(79) + the new “O” ring seal (349) in the
shield (36) and coat the bearing seat with
• Access to diodes adhesive paste (see After Sales Service).
- Open the air intake grille (51). If using a single-bearing or double-bearing
- Disconnect the diodes. machine with the regreasable bearing
- Check the 6 diodes, change the diode option:
bridges if necessary. - Screw a threaded rod into the thrust
bearing (78).
- Refit the end shield on the machine using
a dowel and nut in the shaft extension (see
drawing).

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- Slide the threaded rod into the shield hole - Slide the threaded rod into the shield hole
to make it easier to assemble (see basic to make it easier to assemble (see basic
diagram). diagram).
- Tighten the bottom thrust bearing screws
4 78 36
Threaded rod
(78), remove the threaded rod and fit the
other screws.
- Tighten the 6 shield screws (31).
- Refit the air outlet grille (33).

Dowel
• Dismantling the rotor assembly
Nut - Remove the NDE shield (36).
- Remove the DE shield (30) if it is a double-
Rotor
bearing machine.
- Support the DE rotor (4) with a strap or with
a support constructed in accordance with
the following drawing.
- Move the strap as the rotor moves in order
to distribute the weight over it.
NDE shield
- After extracting the rotor, be careful not to
damage the fan and place the revolving field
on special V-blocks.
- Fit the thrust bearing screws (78), remove
the threaded rod, fit the other screw and
tighten up the assembly.
- Tighten the 4 bearing screws (37).
- Reconnect wires.
- Fit the 2 support screws (122).
- Fit the air inlet louvre (51).
- Replace the cover.

WARNING
When dismantling the shields, you will
need to change the antifriction bearings,
the “O” ring seal, the preloading (wavy)
washer and adhesive paste.

• Replacing the DE bearing


- Remove the air outlet grille (33).
- Remove the 6 screws (31) from the DE WARNING
shield and the 3 screws (62) from the inner
bearing retainer. When dismantling the rotor involves
- Remove the shield (30). changing parts or rewinding, the rotor
- Take out the ball bearing (60) using a puller must be rebalanced.
with a central screw.
- Fit the new bearing, after heating it by
induction to approximately 80 °C.
- Screw a threaded rod into the thrust
bearing (68).
- Refit the shield (30) on the machine.

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• Reassembling the machine • Dismantling and reassembly of the
- Mount the rotor (4) in the stator (1) (see filters
drawing above) taking care not to knock the - Remove the grille (417) then take out the
windings. filter (418). Change the filter if necessary;
please refer to section 4.2 for cleaning the
If using a single-bearing or double-bearing filter.
machine with the regreasable bearing To replace, follow the instructions in reverse
option: order.
- Mount the new preloading (wavy) washer
(79) + the new “O” ring seal (349) in the
shield (36).
- Screw a threaded rod into the thrust
bearing (78).
- Refit the shield (36) on the machine using
a dowel and nut in the shaft extension (see
diagram).
- Slide the threaded rod into the shield hole
to make it easier to assemble (see diagram). 51
- Fit the thrust bearing screws (78), remove
the threaded rod, fit the other screw and 418
tighten up the assembly.
- Tighten the 4 bearing screws (37).
417
- Reconnect exciter wires E+, E-.
- Finish reassembling the cover.
- Refit the flange (30) on the stator (1).
- Tighten the screws (31).
If using a double-bearing machine:
- Mount the new preloading (wavy) washer
(79) + the new “O” ring seal (349) in the
shield (36). 4.7 - Installation and maintenance of
- Refit the shield (36) on the machine using the PMG
a dowel and nut in the shaft extension (see The PMG reference is: PMG 2.
diagram). See the PMG manual ref : 4211.
- Tighten the 4 shield screws (37).
- Reconnect exciter wires E+, E-.
- Finish reassembling the cover.
- Screw a threaded rod into the thrust 4.8 - Table of characteristics
bearing (68). Table of average values
- Refit the shield (30) on the machine. Alternator - 4 poles - 50 Hz - Standard
- Slide the threaded rod into the shield hole winding No. 6.
to make it easier to assemble (see basic (400V for the excitation values)
diagram). The voltage and current values are given for
- Fit the thrust bearing screws (68), remove no-load operation and operation at rated
the threaded rod, fit the other screw and load with separate field excitation.
tighten up the assembly. All values are given to within ± 10% and may
- Tighten the 6 shield screws (31). be changed without prior notification (for
- Refit the air outlet grille (33). exact values, consult the test report).
- Check that the machine assembly is
correctly mounted and that all screws are
tightened.

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• Average values Field excitation current i exc (A)
Resistances at 20 °C (Ω) Symbols : “i exc”: excitation current of the
exciter field
Exciter
Type Stator L/N Rotor armature Type No load At rated load
M3 0.022 0.23 0.035
M3 1.1 4
M5 0.0182 0.24 0.035
M5 1.1 3.8
L6 0.0148 0.264 0.035
L6 1.1 4.1
L9 0.012 0.295 0.035
L9 1.2 4
VL12 0.0085 0.343 0.037
VL12 1.1 3.5
AREP resistance at 20°C (Ω): auxiliary For 60 Hz machines, the “i exc” values are
windings with exciter with blue/white wires approximately 5 to 10 % lower.

Type X1, X2 Z1, Z2 Exciter field • Voltage of auxiliary windings at no


M3 0,242 0,399 8,8 load
M5 0,216 0,363 8,8 - with exciter with blue/white wires
L6 0,185 0,359 8,8
Type Auxil wdg: X1, X2 Auxil wdg: Z1, Z2
L9 0,191 0,324 8,8
VL12 0,158 0,304 10 50 Hz 70 V 10 V
60 Hz 85 V 12 V
AREP resistance at 20°C (Ω): auxiliary
windings with exciter with red/black wires - with exciter with red/black wires

Type X1, X2 Z1, Z2 Exciter field Type Auxil wdg X1, X2 Auxil wdg: Z1, Z2
M3 0,331 0,562 13,7 50 Hz 73 V ... 120 V 8 V ... 20 V
M5 0,301 0,495 13,7 60 Hz 85 V ... 145 V 8 V ... 22 V
L6 0,158 0,341 13,7
L9 0,181 0,541 13,7 • Table of weights
VL12 0,247 0,548 15,3 (values given for information only)

Type Total weight (kg) Rotor (kg)


M3 600 250
M5 700 260
L6 800 290
L9 850 320
VL12 1000 380

After operational testing, it is essential


to replace all access panels or covers.

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5 - SPARE PARTS In the event of failure to comply with this
5.1 - First maintenance parts advice, the manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for any damage.
Emergency repair kits are available as an
option.
They contain the following items:
Emergency kit SHUNT ALT 472 KS 001
AVR R 250 - After operational testing, it is essential to
Diode bridge assembly - replace all access panels or covers.
Surge suppressor -
Emergency kit AREP ALT 461 KS 001 5.3 - Accessories
AVR R 450 - • Space heater for use when stopped
Diode bridge assembly - The space heater must run as soon as the
Surge suppressor - alternator stops. It is installed at the rear of
the machine. Its standard power is 250W
Single-bearing kit ALT 471 KB 002 with 220V or 250W with 110V on request.
Non drive end bearing -
«O» ring -
Preloading (wavy) washer -
Double-bearing kit ALT 461 KB 001
Non drive end bearing - Warning: the power supply is present
when the machine has stopped.
Drive end bearing -
«O» ring - • Temperature sensors with thermistors
Preloading (wavy) washer - (PTC)
These are thermistor triplets with a positive
5.2 - Technical support service temperature coefficient installed in the
Our technical support service will be stator winding (1 per phase). There can be a
pleased to provide any additional maximum of 2 triplets in the winding (at 2
information you may require. levels: warning and trip) and 1 or 2
thermistors in the shields.
For all spare parts orders or technical These sensors must be linked to adapted
support requests, send your request to sensing relays (supplied optionally).
service.epg@leroy-somer.com or your Cold resistance of cold thermistor sensors:
closest contact, whom you will find at 100 to 250 Ω per sensor.
www.lrsm.co/support indicating the comp-
lete type of machine, its number and the • Connection accessories
information indicated on the nameplate. - 6-wire machines : coupling (F)
- 12-wire machines : coupling (A), (F .F), (F)
Part numbers should be identified from the
exploded views and their description from
the parts list.

To ensure correct operation and the safety


of our machines, we recommend the use of
original manufacturer spare parts.

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5.4 - Exploded view, parts list and tightening torque
• Single-bearing

53

71
21

72
365

51
122

36
120

90
124

91
367

79
349
70
78
100
347
343
28
4
49

34
48

33
364

323
371

466
177

198

37
41

31
1
321
30
15
320
325
322

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• Double-bearing

21
53

71
365

51
122

36
120

90
124

91
367

79
349
70
100
347
343

28
4
49

15
48

68
364

34
371

466
177

198

37
41

31
1
22
60
284
33
30
62

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Screw Torque Screw Torque


Ref. Qty Description Ref. Qty Description
Ø N.m Ø N.m
1 1 Stator assembly - - 90 1 Exciter field - -
4 1 Rotor assembly - - 91 4 Fixing screws M6 10
15 1 Fan - - 100 1 Exciter armature - -
21 1 Lifting ring - - 120 1 Terminal plate support - -
22 1 Shaft extension key - - 122 1 Plate support - -
28 1 Earth terminal M10 20 124 1 Terminal plate M12 35
30 1 Drive end shield - - 177 2 AVR support bracket - -
Voltage regulator
31 6 or 4 Fixing screws M14 80(*) 198 1 - -
(AVR)
33 1 Protective grille - - 284 1 Circlips - -
34 2 Fixing screws M6 5 320 1 Coupling sleeve - -
36 1 Exciter end shield - - 321 1 Sleeve key - -
37 4 Fixing screws M12 50 322 3 Coupling disc - -
41 1 Cover front panel - - 323 6 Fixing screw M16 170
48 1 Cover top panel - - 325 - Spacer shim - -
Diode bridge
49 - Cover screws M6 5 343 1 M6 4
assembly
Protection varistor
51 1 Air intake grille - - 347 1 - -
(+ PCB)
53 1 Plug - - 349 1 “O” ring - -
60 1 Drive end bearing - - 364 1 AVR support - -
62 3 or 4 Fixing screws M8 20 365 1 Cover rear panel - -
68 1 Inner bearing retainer - - 367 2 Side panel - -
70 1 Non drive end bearing - - 371 4 Damper - -
71 1 Cover - - 416 1 Filter - -
72 2 Fixing screws M8 20 417 1 Filter support - -
78 1 Inner bearing retainer - - 466 2 AVR inspection door - -
Preloading (wavy)
79 1 - -
washer

(*) 80 N.m in M / 190 N.m in L, VL

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Disposal and recycling instructions The oil and grease from the lubrication
We are committed to limit the environmental system should be considered as a hazardous
impact of our activity. We continuously waste and has to be handled according to
survey our production processes, material local legislation.
sourcing and products design to improve
recyclability and diminish our footprint.
These instructions are for information
purposes only. It is the user responsibility to
comply with local legislation regarding
product disposal and recycling.

Recyclable materials
Our alternators are mainly built out of iron,
steel and copper materials, which can be
reclaimed for recycling purposes.
These materials can be reclaimed through a
combination of manual dismantling,
mechanical separation and melting
processes. Our technical support depar-
tment can provide detailed directions on
products dismounting upon request.

Waste & hazardous materials


The following components and materials
need a special treatment and need to be
separated from the alternator before the
recycling process:
- electronic materials found in the terminal
box, including the Automatic Voltage
Regulator (198), Current Transformers
(176), interference suppression module
(199) and other semi-conductors.
- diode Bridge (343) and Surge suppressor
(347), found on the alternator rotor.
- major plastic components, such as the
terminal box structure on some products.
These components are usually marked with
plastic type information.
All materials listed above need special
treatment to separate waste from
reclaimable material and should be handed
to specialized disposal companies.

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Declaration of EC compliance and incorporation

This Declaration applies to the generators designed to be incorporated into machines complying with the
Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006.

MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER MLS HOLICE STLO.SRO MOTEURS LEROY-SOMER DIVISION LEROY-SOMER


Boulevard Marcellin Leroy SLADKOVSKEHO 43 1, rue de la Burelle STREET EMERSON
16015 ANGOULEME 772 04 OLOMOUC Boite Postale 1517 Nr4 Parcul Industrial Tetarom 2
FRANCE CZECH REPUBLIC 45800 ST JEAN DE BRAYE 4000641 CLUJ NAPOCA
FRANCE ROMANIA

Declares hereby that the electric generators of the types:

LSA40, LSA42.3, LSA44.2, LSA44.3, LSA46.2, LSA46.3, LSA47.2, LSA49.1, LSA49.3, LSA50.1, LSA50.2,
LSA51.2, LSA52.2, LSA52.3, LSA53.1, LSA53, LSA53.2, LSA54, LSA54.2, TAL040, TAL042, TAL044,
TAL046, TAL047, TAL049, as well as their derivatives, manufactured by Leroy-Somer or on Leroy-Somer's
behalf, comply with the following International Standards and Directive:

- EN and IEC 60034-1, 60034-5 and 60034-22


- ISO 8528-3 “Reciprocating internal combustion engine driven alternating current generating sets.
Part 3. Alternating current generators for generating sets”
- Low Voltage Directive Nr 2014/35/UE dated 26 February 2014

Furthermore, these generators, designed in compliance with the Machine Directive Nr 2006/42, are therefore
able to be incorporated into Electrical Gen-Sets complying with the following International Directives:

- Machinery Directive Nr 2006/42/EC dated 17 May 2006


- EMC Directive Nr 2014/30/UE dated 26 February 2014, as intrinsic levels of emissions and immunity
are concerned

WARNING:

The here mentioned generators should not be commissioned until the corresponding Gen-Sets have been
declared in compliance with the Directives Nr 2006/42/EC and 2014/30/UE, as well as with the other relevant
Directives.

Leroy-Somer undertakes to transmit, in response to a reasoned request by the national authorities, relevant
information on the generator.

Technical Managers
J.P. CHARPENTIER Y. MESSIN

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The contractual EC Declaration of Conformity and Incorporation can be obtained from your contact on
Moteurs Leroy-Somer
request.
Siege social : Boulevard Marcellin Leroy CS 10015 - 16915 Angoulême cedex 9 - France
SAS au capital de 65 800 512 € - RCS Angoulême 338 567 258

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